Weekend Events in Delhi | With monsoon on its last legs, Delhi has been looking freshly rain-washed and alive. Though the sun still makes occasional appearances and humid afternoons linger, the heat has lost its grip. Puddles reflect the neon glow of streetlights, and the scent of damp earth fills the air. Against this refreshed backdrop, Delhi gears up for a vibrant weekend—pop-up restaurants, movie screenings, and musical evenings are set to take centre stage. Here's Outlook Traveller's curated list of the top events to check out in the capital this weekend.
This August, The Westin Gurgaon, New Delhi presents Tales of Amritsar, a 10-day culinary celebration of Punjab’s bold flavours and vibrant traditions. At the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant, Seasonal Tastes, the festival features a specially curated dinner buffet daily and a festive Sunday brunch on 10 August. Crafted in collaboration with Guest Chef Ajay from Le Méridien Amritsar, the menu highlights iconic dishes such as smoky tandoori kulchas, robust chole, sarson da saag, dal makhni, and more. Paying homage to the region’s rich culinary heritage, the event blends beloved street food with treasured home-style recipes. With live counters, traditional desserts, and folk-inspired décor recreating the warmth of Amritsar, guests are invited to experience the spirit of Punjab through an immersive dining journey.
The Information | Tales of Amritsar at The Westin Gurgaon
Venue: The Westin Gurgaon
Dates: August 8 - 17, 2025
Address: 1, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Sector 29, New Delhi, Gurugram, Haryana 122002
The India Trade Promotion Organisation is set to host the 29th edition of the Delhi Book Fair alongside the 25th Stationery Fair and the 9th Office Automation and Corporate Gift Fair. Organised in collaboration with the Federation of Indian Publishers, this year's fair is themed “Pustakein Aur Prakashan – Bahubhashiye Bharat ka Bhavishya” or “Books and Publishers: The Future of Multilingual India”, reflecting the national vision of Viksit Bharat @2047 and a growing knowledge economy. The event offers a dynamic platform for publishers, distributors, and industry professionals to engage in business interactions, co-publishing deals, translation rights, and reprinting opportunities, while also retailing directly to a diverse audience of students, educators, researchers, librarians, and bibliophiles. Alongside a wide array of Indian books spanning various subjects, the fair will host conferences, seminars, book launches, author interactions, children’s literary activities, and buyer-seller meets. Running concurrently, the Stationery Fair and Office Automation & Corporate Gifts Fair will feature an expansive range of products catering to corporate and professional needs.
The Information | Delhi Book Fair at Bharat Mandapam
Dates: August 6 - 10
Venue: Hall No. 12 & 12A, Bharat Mandapam
Address: Appu Ghar, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
Experience a captivating evening of classical music as two acclaimed Vienna-based musicians perform timeless works by Mozart, Chopin, Strauss, Paderewski, Różycki, and more. This musical showcase celebrates the rich traditions of European classical composition, bringing the elegance and grandeur of Vienna to life. Whether you're a seasoned listener or new to the genre, this performance promises an immersive journey through some of the most celebrated pieces in classical history.
The Information | Venetian Classical Music at Alliance Française de Delhi
Dates: August 8, 7 PM
Venue: Alliance Française de Delhi
Address: 72, KK Birla Ln, Lodhi Gardens, Lodhi Estate, New Delhi, Delhi 110003
The entry is free and open to all.
Explore Mumbai’s underground music scene through this documentary, 'Back Then - The Story Of Live Music In Bombay' (2023), that uncovers the city’s lesser-known history of metal, electronic, and rap. Often overshadowed by Bollywood, these genres thrived in suburbs and dive bars, shaping a parallel pop culture movement. Meet the misfits, rebels, and pioneers who fuelled a live music revolution in Bombay, challenging the mainstream and leaving a lasting imprint. A nostalgic, gritty look at a scene that refused to stay silent. The screenig would be followed by Address and Prospective QnA with the filmmaker.
The Information | Anindita Dutta Roy Film Screening
Dates: August 9, 6:30 PM
Venue: NCUI Auditorium
Address: 3, August Kranti Marg, Siri Institutional Area, Block A, Nipccd Campus, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, Delhi 110016
You can book your tickets on district.in.
What happens when cities, nature, and personal emotions shape poetic expression? After two days of immersive workshops under the guidance of acclaimed German poet Pauline Füg and Indian writer Rachit Sharma, participants of “Leaf by Leaf / Line by Line” are ready to share their voices. Join this multilingual evening of original poetry, where English and German verse blend to explore themes of place, memory, and creativity. Featuring performances by the participants and the poets themselves, this is a celebration of words that bridge worlds.
The Information | Poetry and Performance at Max Mueller Bhavan
Dates: Aug 10, 5 PM to 6:30 PM
Venue: Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan
Address: Siddhartha Hall, Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan, 3 Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi-110001, India
Register at https://forms.gle/R3kp3E2xp6xQ1hZy8
